Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 (2020–2021) vs Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 (2020–2021) Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)EXEE
Oil change n/a 7,600 mi
Valve service n/a 15,200 mi
Spark plugs n/a 7,600 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a 24 mo
Coolant n/a 36 mo

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 (2020–2021) or the Kawasaki Ninja 650 (2006–2022)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.